India Tech Hiring Slumps Amid Decline General Studies Paper III: Economic and Social Development, Government Policies & Interventions Why in News? According to Xpheno’s Active Tech Jobs Outlook – India, India’s tech hiring has slowed sharply, marking its second-lowest start in six years, with job openings dropping 8% in April to around 110,000. Trends […]
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India Joins Hormuz Reopening Global Effort General Studies Paper II: Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Why in News? Recently, India joined a UK-led global effort with over 60 nations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, focusing on diplomatic coordination to ensure secure, uninterrupted maritime trade and energy supplies. Highlights
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Petrochemical Duty Relief Amid Crisis General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions, Industrial Growth Why in News? Recently, India removed import duties on about 40 petrochemical products as a temporary relief amid the West Asia crisis, aiming to ease supply disruptions and stabilize pharmaceuticals industries. The exemption is temporary (till June 30, 2026),
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Nasa Artemis II Mission General Studies Paper III: Space Technology, International Space Agencies Why in News? Recently, NASA’s Artemis II mission Successfully launched on 1 April 2026, marking the first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years and testing systems for future human landings. What is Artemis II Mission? About: Artemis II is the
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Himachal Pradesh Excise Policy 2026–27 General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions Why in News? Recently, Himachal Pradesh implemented the Excise Policy 2026–27 from April 1, 2026, increasing liquor prices (₹10–₹100 rise) and continuing the MRP-based system to prevent overcharging. Highlights of Himachal Pradesh Excise Policy 2026–27 Legal Basis: The Excise Policy 2026–27
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PCA Fast-Tracks Indus Waters Treaty Case Hearing General Studies Paper II: India and its Neighbourhood, Bilateral Groupings & Agreements Why in News? Recently, the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) fast-tracked hearings on the Indus Waters Treaty dispute, despite India’s boycott. The court is focusing on legal issues and Pakistan’s requests, highlighting ongoing tensions between
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Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code Amendment Bill 2025 General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions, Growth & Development Why in News? Recently, the Lok Sabha passed the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill, 2025 to strengthen the insolvency framework and reduce delays, aiming to enhance efficiency and transparency in India’s financial system. What is
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Negev Light Machine Gun General Studies Paper III: Defence Technology, Bilateral Ties Why in News? Recently, Indian Army received the first batch of 2000 NEGEV light machine guns from PLR Systems (Indo-Israeli joint venture firm), expected to enhance infantry firepower and operational efficiency, amid evolving regional security challenges. What is NEGEV Light Machine Gun
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India Snakebite Crisis General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions Why in News? Recently, the Union government informed Parliament that 431 people died from snakebites across India last year, a rise from 370 in 2024 and 183 in 2023. Burden of Snakebite in India National Burden: India bears the highest global burden of
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India-Angola Gas Supply Deal General Studies Paper II: Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Why in News? Recently, India has initiated talks with Angola to secure long-term supplies of LPG and LNG, as disruptions in West Asia—especially the Strait of Hormuz crisis—have impacted imports, prompting diversification of energy sources. Major
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